DIVA 39
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 38.71 ft |
| LWL | 30.8 ft |
| Beam | 9.8 ft |
| Draft | 5.75 ft |
| Displacement | 9,920 lb |
| Ballast | 4,575.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 37.3 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.9 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 45.7 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.1 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.9 ft |
| Mainsail | 588.5 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 240.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 409 sq ft |
About the DIVA 39
Replaced by the DIVA 399.
The Diva 39 is a Swedish-built cruising sloop designed by Bernt Lindquist and Peter Ståhle, constructed by Fabola Boats (SWE) between 1982 and 1989. While the exact hull production count is unverified, the fleet is characterized by a fractional sloop rig and a displacement of 9920.0 lb, with a significant portion of owners having upgraded to Volvo Penta engines.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform with a comfort ratio of 22.1, particularly owners willing to invest in maintenance for deck integrity and modern electronics.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.83 and a D/L ratio of 151.57, the Diva 39 demonstrates strong offshore stability and seakeeping, supported by a fin keel and substantial ballast of 4575.1 lb.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-80s European cruising sloops with similar displacement and beam, such as the Hallberg-Rassy 382 or Nautor's Swan 36, due to shared emphasis on build quality and offshore capability.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(5 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.9 | 5.2 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| 60° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| 75° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| 90° | 4.2 | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.6 |
| 110° | 4.2 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.5 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.2 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.6 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 9.3 | 9.8 |
| 135° | 3.5 | 4.9 | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 9.6 | 11.4 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.1 | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.9 | 10.3 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.4 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.1 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 8.1 | 9.0 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 38.71ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
15 reported issues across 9 systems for the DIVA 39, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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